Senior Health & Safety Advisor
| Posting date: | 24 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 December 2025 |
| Location: | Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1AT |
| Company: | Fawkes & Reece |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SHSACs241125_1763975717 |
Summary
Senior Health & Safety Advisor
A leading contractor with offices across the south coast are seeking a experienced Senior Health & Safety Advisor to join their business. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the busiest regional contractors in the UK with over 30 years' experience as one of the paramount reputable contractors. This Senior Health & Safety Advisor will play a key part within their existing Health & Safety team, reporting directly to the Health & Safety Manager.
About the role of Senior Health & Safety Advisor
This contractor traditionally specialises in new build commercial projects, including education, healthcare, MOD & industrial new builds, refurbishments & maintenance works. Traditionally valuing up to £15M across Hampshire, Dorset, Sussex and Surrey for private and public framework clients. The role of Senior Health & Safety Advisor will oversee up to six sites across the area.
Responsibilities for Senior Health & Safety Advisor
- Provide support and knowledge across the team, particularly to more junior staff as and when required.
- Ensure company-wide policies & procedures are met & maintained across sites, through building good relationships with operational teams.
- Regularly visit sites carrying out audits alongside offering training and support where required, documenting via regular reports.
Requirements for Senior Health & Safety Advisor
- Relevant NEBOSH certification
- Preferably a Chartered member of IOSH
- Strong understanding of SHE legislation's
- Previous experience within the construction industry and preferably exposure working on similar value projects.
What we offer for Senior Health & Safety Advisor
Offering a competitive salary and package for the ideal candidate, with an incredible opportunity for professional development, growth and exposure. If you want to hear more about this Senior Health & Safety Advisor role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Claire Spiers in our Southampton Office on 07749578588.